Description
A delicious chicken fajitas recipe packed with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 ¼ teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 ½ teaspoons chili powder
- 3 teaspoons paprika
- 1 tablespoon tapioca starch
- 3 bell peppers, any color
- ½ large red onion
- 2 cups cilantro lime rice
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups chopped lettuce
- ½ cup pico de gallo
- ½ cup chipotle aioli (see separate recipe)
Instructions
- Pound the chicken breasts to about ¼ to ½ inch thickness. Alternatively, you can cut the chicken into strips before seasoning. This ensures even cooking and tenderness.
- In a bowl, combine salt, garlic powder, cumin, brown sugar, oregano, chili powder, paprika, and tapioca starch. These spices create the fajita flavor profile.
- Coat the chicken evenly with the seasoning mixture, making sure every piece is well covered for maximum flavor.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until the chicken is fully cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and place it on a plate. If not already cut, slice the cooked chicken into strips.
- In the same skillet, add sliced red onion and bell peppers, adding more olive oil if necessary. Sauté for 7-8 minutes until the vegetables are golden brown and tender.
- Return the chicken strips to the skillet and sauté together for 1-2 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Start with a base of cilantro lime rice and chopped lettuce. Top with the chicken and pepper mixture, black beans, pico de gallo, and a generous dollop of chipotle aioli.
- For variation, substitute chipotle aioli with cashew queso and cilantro lime crema, or add fresh guacamole and extra cilantro for an added burst of flavor.
Notes
- Ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Can be served with additional toppings like fresh guacamole or extra cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg